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Kingston Lake State Forest Campground

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Kingston Lake State Forest Campground

Contact
Phone: 906-341-2355

This rustic campground offers 16 tent and small trailer sites, almost entirely surrounded by water and perfect for paddling. Situated on the edge of the northern edge of the Kingston Plains, the location is a reminder of the 1800s logging boom.

The Fox River Pathway takes visitors four miles to Lake Superior. Kingston Lake is the closest state forest campground to Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore.

The campground is located 18.8 miles southwest of Grand Marais via H-58.

Amenities & activities

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Boat launch

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Fishing

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Hiking

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Hunting

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ORV trails or routes

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Paddling

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Picnic area

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Rustic sites

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Snowmobiling

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Snowshoeing

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Vault toilet

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Water access

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Winter camping

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Boat launch

A boat launch is located on Kingston Lake. No-wake rules are in place.

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Fishing

Muskie, bluegill, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass and walleye are caught in Kingston Lake. Nearby fishing opportunities include Gemini Lake (11 miles southwest) and Beaver Lake (12 miles west).

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Hiking

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Hunting

This campground provides access to state land open to hunting. Firearm hunting is not allowed within 450 feet of an occupied dwelling. Learn more about hunting.

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ORV trails or routes

The operation of an ORV between the campground and nearby trails is allowed. Trail 8 is adjacent to the campground.

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Paddling

Explore Kingston Lake from the campground. Carry-in access is located approximately 10 yards from the parking area or directly from some campsites.

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Picnic area

A picnic area is on the south side of the campground. There are two picnic tables.

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Rustic sites

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Snowmobiling

The operation of a snowmobile between the campground and nearby trails is allowed.

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Snowshoeing

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Vault toilet

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Water access

This rustic campground is located on Kingston Lake.

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Winter camping

This rustic campground is open all year; however, the campground and seasonal roads are not plowed.

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Recreation Passport required

A Recreation Passport (park pass) is required for vehicle entry into all state park and forest campgrounds.

Operating dates and amenities

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